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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHRRC Packet_2020_11_17_MeetingAgenda Human Rights and Relations Commission City Of Edina, Minnesota Virtual Meeting This meeting will be held electronically using Webex software. The meeting will be streamed live on the City’s YouTube channel, YouTube.com/EdinaTV or you can listen to the meeting via telephone by calling 1-415-655-0001, access code 177 252 6814 Tuesday, November 17, 2020 7:00 PM I.Call To Order II.Roll Call III.Approval Of Meeting Agenda IV.Approval Of Meeting Minutes A.Minutes: Human Rights & Relations Commission October 27, 2020 V.Special Recognitions And Presentations A.Housing Strategy Task Force: Housing Report VI.Reports/Recommendations A.2020 Human Rights & Relations Commission Work Plan B.Tom Oye Award Nominations (2020) C.2021 Human Rights & Relations Commission Work Plan D.2021 Days of Remembrance Work Group VII.Chair And Member Comments VIII.Sta4 Comments IX.Adjournment The City of Edina wants all residents to be comfortable being part of the public process. If you need assistance in the way of hearing ampli8cation, an interpreter, large-print documents or something else, please call 952-927-8861 72 hours in advance of the meeting. Date: November 17, 2020 Agenda Item #: IV.A. To:Human Rights and Relations Commission Item Type: Minutes From:Risi Karim, City Management Fellow Item Activity: Subject:Minutes: Human Rights & Relations Commission October 27, 2020 Action CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: Approve the October 27,2020 HRRC meeting minutes INTRODUCTION: Please see attached minutes ATTACHMENTS: Description HRRC Minutes 10.27.20 Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: Click here to enter a date. Minutes City of Edina, Minnesota Human Rights & Relations Commission Virtual Meeting, WebEx, Oct 27, 2020, 7 p.m. I. Call To Order Chair Beringer shared information for virtual meeting guidelines for Commissioners and those watching or listening in to the meeting. Chair Beringer called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. II. Roll Call Answering Roll Call: Chair Beringer, Commissioners Edwards, Epstein, Felton, Ross, Stringer Moore, and Nelson Student Commissioners Mirza and Lichtenberger Staff Present: Heidi Lee, Race & Equity Coordinator and Risi Karim, City Management Fellow Late: Commissioner Ismail Absent: Student Commissioner Borene III. Approval of Meeting Agenda Motion by Commissioner Ross to approve the Oct 27, 2020 meeting agenda, seconded by Commissioner Felton. Roll call vote. Motion carried. IV. Approval of Meeting Minutes Commissioners indicated the following changes to the draft minutes: • Page 1- Section V Student Commissioner should be plural (commissioners) Motion by Commissioner Ross to approve the Sep 22, 2020 meeting minutes, seconded by Commissioner Stringer-Moore. Roll call vote. Motion carried. V. Special Recognitions & Presentations • Racial Covenants & Housing Accessibility Presentation o Edina Resident Andy Lewis gave an informative presentation to the commission outlining the history of racial covenants in the City of Edina and how it has impacted the structure of the community today. Mr. Lewis also provided information on how homeowners can identify if they have a restrictive covenant on their deed and the resources are available to them to aid in the removal of the restrictions. o Staff Liaison Lee received approval from Mr. Lewis to share a copy of the presentation with commission members. Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: Click here to enter a date. o The commission thanked Mr. Lewis for his time and dedication to informing Edina residents about racial covenants. Commissioner Ismail joined the meeting at 7:14pm VI. Reports/Recommendations A. Human Rights & Relations Commission 2020 Work Plan • The Commission discussed the Work Plan with the following updates: o Initiative #2 – Tom Oye Award - Staff Liaison Lee informed the commission that to date there have been 5 nominations for the award. o Initiative #3 – Community Conversation - The event took place on October 21st, 2020. The event was streamed live on Facebook,Youtube,Grancius and cable tv. - Staff Liaison Lee shared that the event had over 1200 views on Facebook, 38 views on YouTube Live, 49 live views on Granicus. - Commissioner Felton thanked Staff Liaison Lee, City staff and Commissioner Stringer Moore for their contribution to making the event successful. - Chair Beringer thanked Commissioner Felton for all of his efforts in putting the event together. o Initiative #6 – Bias Offense Review - Members of the committee have finished making their edits to the Bias offense plan; Staff Liaison Lee will send those edits to Police Chief Nelson. o Initiative #8 — Review Housing Strategy Task Force report - Staff liaison Lee shared that both the Housing Strategy Task Force & Planning Commission will be attending the November 17th HRRC meeting to provide a formal presentation of the housing policy. Commissioner Stringer Moore left the meeting at 7:57pm B. 2021 Work Plan Development • Staff Liaison Lee informed commissioners that at the next HRRC meeting members should move forward with assigning themselves to initiatives. • Chair Beringer went over the proposed 2021 Work Plan o Initiative #1- Days of Remembrance - Staff Liaison Lee recommended that the commissioners consider in the planning of the event whether or not the event will be held virtually. VII. Chair and Member Comments • Chair Beringer announces that Commissioner Meeks has stepped down from the HRRC and acknowledges the work she has done on behalf of the commission. • Commissioners Felton thanked those who helped with the community conversation event. Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: Click here to enter a date. • Commissioner Ross congratulated Commissioner Felton on the success of the Community Conversation event. Commissioner Ross also shared that commissioner Stringer Moore was recognized in the Edina Magazine for her work in the community • Commissioner Edwards shared that she is still sadden over the loss of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg • Commissioner Epstein thanked Commissioner Felton for his work on the Community Conversation event. • Commissioner Nelson thanked Commissioner Felton and Staff Liaison Lee for their work on the Community Conversation Event. Commissioner Nelson also shared with the commission that a seat has opened on the Edina Community Council and hopes a commissioner will consider taking up an appointment on the council. • Student Commissioner Lichtenberger let the Commission know that the new club she started at Benilde-St. Margaret’s is officially up and running. • Student Commissioner Mirza shared that he was able to use the Art Rubric from initiative #4 on the 2020 Workplan for school project. VIII. Staff Comments • Staff liaison Lee shared that the resignation of Commissioner Meeks will be featured in the City Managers Friday report. Due to the timing of the resignation Commissioner Meeks seat will remain vacant until March 2021, at that time a new member will be appointed to the seat. Staff Liaison Lee also thanked Commissioner Meeks for all of her work and dedication to the HRRC during her time on the commission. • Staff Liaisons Lee thanked various community and staff members for their help in the planning and Implementation of the Community Conversation event. IX. Adjournment Motion by Commissioner Ross to adjourn the meeting, seconded by Commissioner Felton. Roll call vote. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:19p.m. Date: November 17, 2020 Agenda Item #: V.A. To:Human Rights and Relations Commission Item Type: Report and Recommendation From:Heidi Lee, Race & Equity Coordinator Item Activity: Subject:Housing Strategy Task Force: Housing Report Discussion, Information CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: Review and provide commentary on the housing report provide by the Housing Strategy Task Force. INTRODUCTION: The Housing Strategy Task Force was established by City Council in June 2019 for the purpose of gathering information, perspectives and analysis that will assist in the development of the comprehensive housing strategy for the City of Edina. Members of the Task Force are in the last stages of completing their housing report and would like to garner feedback from members of the HRRC. Date: November 17, 2020 Agenda Item #: VI.A. To:Human Rights and Relations Commission Item Type: Report and Recommendation From:Heidi Lee, Race & Equity Coordinator Item Activity: Subject:2020 Human Rights & Relations Commission Work Plan Discussion CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: None INTRODUCTION: The HRRC 2020 Work Plan was approved by the City Council in December 2019.The attached Work Plan has been updated with progress reports in several areas. ATTACHMENTS: Description 2020 Work Plan Human Rights & Relations 2020 Commission Work Plan - City Council Approved: 12.03.2019 March, April, and May 2020 - HRRC Meetings Cancelled - COVID-19 Response Initiative #1 Initiative Type Completion Date Council Charge Ongoing April 2020 4 (review and decide) Lead Commissioners Budget Staff Support Funds available CTS Staff Liaison Initiative #2 Initiative Type Completion Date Council Charge Ongoing December 2020 4 (review and decide) Lead Commissioners Budget Staff Support Funds available CTS Staff Liaison Review and Decide 2020 Tom Oye Award: Coordinate and select one recipient for the 2020 Tom Oye Award to be given in December. Beringer (LEAD), Edwards and Epstein Review and Decide Progress Report: 2.28.2020: Working group members were selected & approved in December 2019. Days of Remembrance Event Arseneault (LEAD), Ross, Epstein, Meek, Edwards and Iyer Progress Report: 9.17.2020: Commissioners edited Tom Oye documents (press release, application form, and poster) to Communications. Key Dates: Submission Deadline - Monday, November 9, 2020. HRRC Award Recipient Decision: Tuesday, November 17, 2020. Award Recognition at City Council: Tuesday, December 1, 2020 10.23.2020: Tom Oye Award application was open on 9.24.2020. Press release and posters have been placed at locations within the City. Five nominations have been submitted. 11.10.2020: Tom Oye Award application closed on 11.09.2020. Award recipient will be decided on November 17 meeting by HRRC. 3.16.2020: Days of Remembrance event has been postponed due to City facilities closures in alignment with MN Department of Health COVID-19 response plan. POSTPONED Initiative #3 Initiative Type Completion Date Council Charge Ongoing October 2020 4 (review and decide) Lead Commissioners Budget Staff Support Funds available CTS Staff Liaison Initiative #4 Initiative Type Completion Date Council Charge Continue December 2020 3 (review and recommend) Lead Commissioners Budget Staff Support Funds not available Staff Liaison Review and Decide Co-chair a cross-commission (HRRC & EEC) committee to coordinate the "Sharing Values, Sharing Communities" event on the adaptation and / or resilience on climate change. Committee will be comprised of no more than 2-3 members from each commission and one member from each commission will serve as a co-chair. Stringer Moore (LEAD), Nelson, Meek and Beringer Review and Recommend Create an assessment rubric / recommendation process for City facility artwork and décor to ensure it reflects diversity of race and culture (R&E 18.E.). HRRC will be the lead commission and the Arts & Culture and Heritage Preservation commissions will appoint up to 2 members for feedback on the final recommendation before it goes to Council. Meek (LEAD), Stringer Moore, Nelson Progress Report: 1.28.2020: Commissioner Meek will send email to schedule meeting with cross-commission members. 7.28.2020: HRRC approved assessment rubric/recommendation process for City Council review and approval for August City Council meeting. 8.18.2020: City Council approved approve the Arts & Décor assessment rubric as recommended by HRRC and to direct HRRC to conduct an assessment on the Mayor’s Conference Room and City Hall Atrium using the rubric for City Council review. RUBRIC COMPLETED Progress Report: 2.19.2020: Emailed cross-commission members to connect. 7.21.2020: City Council approved removing Initiative #3 as written above; replace with new Initiative #3 "Lead Community Conversations about race, justice and policing in 2020 and make recommendations for next steps as part of the 2021 work plan process." 7.28.2020: Commission reviewed subcommittee recommendations and approved to hold presentation and open forum sessions for community conversations. Remaining recommendations will be reviewed for 2021 work plan process. 9.18.2020: A Community Conversation on Race, Justice and Policing on October 21, 2020 from 7p-9p via WebEx 10.22.2020: Event was held on October 21 from 7-830p with six panelist and moderator. The event was available on City website, YouTube, Facebook Live, and channels 318 and 16 for viewing. COMPLETED. 7.17.2020: Cross-commission met and made progress on rubric. Will have draft rubric for Commission to review at July 28 meeting. Initiative #5 Initiative Type Completion Date Council Charge Continue December 2020 3 (review and recommend) Lead Commissioners Budget Staff Support Funds not available Staff Liaison Initiative #6 Initiative Type Completion Date Council Charge Continue December 2020 3 (review and recommend) Lead Commissioners Budget Staff Support Funds not available Staff Liaison 11.10.2020: Staff Liaison gathering edits from Police Chief and will send to subcommittee and schedule meeting to decide on quarterly meetings. 4.9.2020: Bias offense/incident document sent to City staff and HRRC Chair for review. 7.28.2020: Commission discussed inserting quarterly meeting with police staff liaison into Bias Offense/Incident Plan. 8.20.2020: Staff Liaison will get feedback from police department on document. 9.17.2020: Coordinating meeting with Police Chief and HRRC Subcommittee to meet. 10.23.2020: HRRC Subcommittee with Police Chief Nelson to provide feedback on Bias Offense Plan. Subcommittee is revising document and adding edits. Edwards (LEAD), Stringer Moore Review and Recommend Co-chair a cross-commission committee (HRRC & PARC) in partnership with communities of color to identify barriers for participation in programming by creating a plan to reach communities of color through different modes, structure of feedback, and how data will be used. (R&E 20.B.) Committee will be comprised of no more than 2-3 members from each commission and one member from each commission will serve as co-chair. Progress Report: March & April 2020 HRRC Meeting Cancelled Progress Report: 2.19.2020: Emailed PARC Staff Liaison to get PARC Commissioner emails. 8.22.2020: Initiative will be updated in HRRC 2021 Work Plan as "Review and comment on a plan developed by P&R and R&E staff to identify barriers for participation and reach communities of color through different modes and feedback, determine how data would be used. With the HRRC (with the PARC) implement that plan to gather information. " 10.22.2020: This initiative will be revised for 2021 HRRC Work Plan. ON HOLD Review and Recommend Bias Offense Plan review, create definitions to differentiate between bias incidents and bias offenses within the state statute's definition, tracking and notification process for bias incidents. Epstein (LEAD), Nelson and Ross Initiative #7 Initiative Type Completion Date Council Charge New December 2020 3 (review and recommend) Lead Commissioners Budget Staff Support CTS NA Staff Liaison Initiative #8 Initiative Type Completion Date Council Charge New December 2020 2 (review and comment) Lead Commissioners Budget Staff Support NA Beringer (LEAD), Nelson Progress Report: 9.18.2020: Staff Liaison will coordinate meeting with HRRC subcommittee for a meeting in November 2020 to review policy. 10.22.2020: Housing Task Force will attend HRRC meeting on 11/17/2020 to present housing policy. 7.21.2020: Proclamation accepted and approved by City Council meeting. COMPLETED Progress Report: 4.20.2020: Proclamation draft sent to Chair and Vice Chair by Nelson and Kennedy Review and Recommend Celebrate 50th anniversary of HRRC in Edina by submitting a proclamation for City Council approval.Nelson (LEAD) Review and Comment Review and comment on Housing Task Force comprehensive housing policy using a race & equity lens. Initiative #9 Initiative Type Completion Date Council Charge New December 2020 2 (review and comment) Lead Commissioners Budget Staff Support Review and Comment Appoint up to 2 members to provide feedback on PARC's initiative (#4) to develop criteria that incorporates sustainability and equity for prioritizing capital improvements for park infrastructure needs, including playground equipment, warming houses and core amenities for expansion and replacement before final criteria goes to Council. Edwards (LEAD) 10.12.2020: HRRC provided comments and questions to PARC based on the CIP Prioritization information document. Following up with PARC staff liaison if additional feedback from HRRC will be needed. Progress Report: 8.24.2020: HRRC Commissioners emailed the PARC plan for review and comment. Date: November 17, 2020 Agenda Item #: VI.B. To:Human Rights and Relations Commission Item Type: Report and Recommendation From:Heidi Lee, Race & Equity Coordinator Item Activity: Subject:Tom Oye Award Nominations (2020) Action, Discussion, Information CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: Commission should select the 2020 Tom Oye Award recipient. INTRODUCTION: Please see attachments for nominations. ATTACHMENTS: Description Dyslexia Parent Alliance Francesca Litchenberger Rebecca Sorenson, Rachael Adegbenro and Edina High School Black Student Union Shreya Konkimalla Erin Zamoff Michelle Meek Sayali Amarapurkar and AshaUSA EXTERNAL EMAIL ALERT: This email originated from outside the City of Edina. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Tom Oye Human Rights Award Nomination About the Tom Oye Human Rights Award The Edina Human Rights & Relations Commission honors a person or group annually with the Toy Oye Human Rights Award. This award honors the late Tom Oye and other members of the Edina community whose good works promote human relations and advance human rights. Nomination Criteria Nominees for this award will be evaluated based on their efforts to foster respect and dignity for others, model courage and/or compassion in the advancement of human rights, and demonstrate leadership by example for improving human relations and/or advancing human rights. The definition of human rights includes freedom from discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status or national origin. Nomination Deadline Nov. 9, 2020 How to Nominate Someone Fill out and submit this online form. For additional information or to request a paper nomination form, contact Race & Equity Coordinator Heidi Lee at HLee@EdinaMN.gov. (Section Break) Nominator's Contact Information First Name Sarah Last Name Hromada Occupati on Sales Address 6409 Wilryan Ave S City Edina State MN Zip Code 55439 Phone Number 6128661990 Email Address Johnsonhromada@mindspring.com (Section Break) Nominee Name of person or group being nominat ed. Dyslexia Parent Alliance - Edina dyslexiaparentallianceedina.com Address c/o 4621 Browndale Ave S City Edina State MN Zip Code 55424 Nominee Phone Number 651-734-5260 Contact Name, if different than above. Josie Schneider Nominee Email Address jocelyntober@gmail.com (Section Break) Supporting Information Please provide a description of why you believe this person or group deserves the Tom Oye Human Rights Award. You can type or paste directly into the text box below or use the Upload field to upload an existing document (this can be in a variety of file formats including .doc, .txt, .pdf, etc.). If you have any other information in support of your nomination, please provide necessary supporting documents by uploading those. Please include your name on uploaded materials if possible. Text Entry Students struggling with dyslexia often find themselves on a very lonely path. They often don't understand the difficulties they experience in school and their parents and teachers are confused as well. Dyslexia is a specific learning disability that is neurobiological in origin. It is characterized by difficulties with accurate and/or fluent word recognition and by poor spelling and decoding abilities. These difficulties are often unexpected based on cognitive abilities and effective classroom instruction. The impact of reading difficulty is broad and impacts every aspect of childhood, not just the classroom experience. Dyslexia Parent Alliance - Edina serves students, parents and teachers in Edina Public Schools. Founded in 2017 by Edina parent, Kristin Erb, Dyslexia Parent Alliance - Edina continues to support families under the guidance of three Edina parent leaders, Sonia Walters, Nicole Zitarelli Danielsen and Josie Schneider Tober. The organization provides advocacy, community building, and information sharing. Areas of advocacy include: - Early identification of dyslexia in students. - Teacher education and professional development. - Evidence-based curriculum to support students at all levels Dyslexia Parent Alliance - Edina works to provide a positive school experience, literacy skills and the right to read while maintaining the joy of childhood for all Edina Public School students. Dyslexia Parent Alliance - Edina History: DPA-Edina formed September 2017 by Kristin Erb Dyslexia Day at the Capitol 2018 Reading IS Rocket Science April 2018 Advocate for dyslexia screening bills Dyslexia Day at the Capitol March 2019 Heather Edelson's bills and support Helping Edina Public Schools become dyslexia SMART "Experience Dyslexia" simulation October 2019 Where it began- https://www.hometownsource.com/sun_current/edina-parents-push-for-more-dyslexia- screening-and-intervention/article_1d20fd98-4313-11e8-83e2-bf66e51289fa.html https://edinazephyrus.com/edina-parents-rally-to-demystify-dyslexia/ https://www.hometownsource.com/sun_current/community/edina-event-simulates-what-it- s-like-to-have-dyslexia/article_37fd42ce-e5de-11e9-b7ba-5701124a3d69.html Connecting with the community - https://www.facebook.com/DPAEdina with parent check in's and quarterly meetings Spreading the message in collaboration with staff about updating our Dyslexia focus and vision along with plans for intervention - - https://www.edinaschools.org/Page/5278 Dyslexia rally days and participation at the capitol. https://www.google.com/search?source=univ&tbm=isch&q=images+of+dyslexia+parent+a lliance+edina&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwifjsf6- tjsAhUCGc0KHfmVBMEQjJkEegQIBhAB&biw=1280&bih=881#imgrc=W7V30SuTzdjLLM And work/partnerships with local legislators....LAC committee https://www.facebook.com/DPAEdina/posts/mn-representative-heather-edelson-has- authored-hf3589-and-its-great-please-see-b/220551522673304/ Upload Supporti ng Informati on Field not completed. Upload More Supplem ental Materials Field not completed. Upload More Supplem ental Materials Field not completed. What Happens Next The Human Rights & Relations Commission will review the nominations and make a decision in mid-November. The award will be handed out at a December City Council meeting. The commission may decline to make an award if, in its view, no nominee meets the criteria. Public Data Notice I have read and understand the Public Data Notice Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. EXTERNAL EMAIL ALERT: This email originated from outside the City of Edina. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Tom Oye Human Rights Award Nomination About the Tom Oye Human Rights Award The Edina Human Rights & Relations Commission honors a person or group annually with the Toy Oye Human Rights Award. This award honors the late Tom Oye and other members of the Edina community whose good works promote human relations and advance human rights. Nomination Criteria Nominees for this award will be evaluated based on their efforts to foster respect and dignity for others, model courage and/or compassion in the advancement of human rights, and demonstrate leadership by example for improving human relations and/or advancing human rights. The definition of human rights includes freedom from discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status or national origin. Nomination Deadline Nov. 9, 2020 How to Nominate Someone Fill out and submit this online form. For additional information or to request a paper nomination form, contact Race & Equity Coordinator Heidi Lee at HLee@EdinaMN.gov. (Section Break) Nominator's Contact Information First Name Alison Last Name Terrell Occupation Spanish high school teacher Address 5321 West 61st St City Edina State MN Zip Code 55436 Phone Number 6122397523 Email Address aterrell@bsmschool.org (Section Break) Nominee Name of person or group being nominated. Francesca Lichtenberger Address 5812 Ashcroft Avenue City Edina State MN Zip Code 55424 Nominee Phone Number 6124435808 Contact Name, if different than above. Field not completed. Nominee Email Address flichtenberger23@bsmschool.org (Section Break) Supporting Information Please provide a description of why you believe this person or group deserves the Tom Oye Human Rights Award. You can type or paste directly into the text box below or use the Upload field to upload an existing document (this can be in a variety of file formats including .doc, .txt, .pdf, etc.). If you have any other information in support of your nomination, please provide necessary supporting documents by uploading those. Please include your name on uploaded materials if possible. Text Entry Field not completed. Upload Supporting Information Nomination of Francesca Lichtenberger.pdf Upload More Supplemental Materials Red Knights for Human Rights- Meetings.pdf Upload More Supplemental Materials Red Knights for Human Rights Proposal, Advertisement in school bulletin, Instagram Page.pdf What Happens Next The Human Rights & Relations Commission will review the nominations and make a decision in mid-November. The award will be handed out at a December City Council meeting. The commission may decline to make an award if, in its view, no nominee meets the criteria. Public Data Notice I have read and understand the Public Data Notice Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. EXTERNAL EMAIL ALERT: This email originated from outside the City of Edina. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Tom Oye Human Rights Award Nomination About the Tom Oye Human Rights Award The Edina Human Rights & Relations Commission honors a person or group annually with the Toy Oye Human Rights Award. This award honors the late Tom Oye and other members of the Edina community whose good works promote human relations and advance human rights. Nomination Criteria Nominees for this award will be evaluated based on their efforts to foster respect and dignity for others, model courage and/or compassion in the advancement of human rights, and demonstrate leadership by example for improving human relations and/or advancing human rights. The definition of human rights includes freedom from discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status or national origin. Nomination Deadline Nov. 9, 2020 How to Nominate Someone Fill out and submit this online form. For additional information or to request a paper nomination form, contact Race & Equity Coordinator Heidi Lee at HLee@EdinaMN.gov. (Section Break) Nominator's Contact Information First Name Feroza Last Name Mehta Occupation Journalist Address 7021 Shannon Dr City Edina State MN Zip Code 55439 Phone Number 612-940-7143 Email Address ferozamaster@gmail.com (Section Break) Nominee Name of person or group being nominated. Rebecca Sorensen, Rachel Adegbenro and Edina High School Black Students Union Address 4304 Eton Pl, Edina MN 55424 City Edina State MN Zip Code 55424 Nominee Phone Number 612-968-0772 Contact Name, if different than above. Field not completed. Nominee Email Address BeccaBe@hotmail.com (Section Break) Supporting Information Please provide a description of why you believe this person or group deserves the Tom Oye Human Rights Award. You can type or paste directly into the text box below or use the Upload field to upload an existing document (this can be in a variety of file formats including .doc, .txt, .pdf, etc.). If you have any other information in support of your nomination, please provide necessary supporting documents by uploading those. Please include your name on uploaded materials if possible. Text Entry https://m.startribune.com/seeds-of-change-effort-brings-black- lives-matter-art-to-downtown-edina/571729632/ Rebecca and Rachel brought love and hope to our area. They brought our community together at a time when we needed it. Rebecca is an amazing asset to our community. She has a dedication to all. Rachel is an outstanding young leader who organized a peaceful protest in Edina and also co-organized Seeds of Change. Both of these women should be recognized for their efforts. Upload Supporting Information Field not completed. Upload More Supplemental Materials Field not completed. Upload More Supplemental Materials Field not completed. What Happens Next The Human Rights & Relations Commission will review the nominations and make a decision in mid-November. The award will be handed out at a December City Council meeting. The commission may decline to make an award if, in its view, no nominee meets the criteria. Public Data Notice I have read and understand the Public Data Notice Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. EXTERNAL EMAIL ALERT: This email originated from outside the City of Edina. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Tom Oye Human Rights Award Nomination About the Tom Oye Human Rights Award The Edina Human Rights & Relations Commission honors a person or group annually with the Toy Oye Human Rights Award. This award honors the late Tom Oye and other members of the Edina community whose good works promote human relations and advance human rights. Nomination Criteria Nominees for this award will be evaluated based on their efforts to foster respect and dignity for others, model courage and/or compassion in the advancement of human rights, and demonstrate leadership by example for improving human relations and/or advancing human rights. The definition of human rights includes freedom from discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status or national origin. Nomination Deadline Nov. 9, 2020 How to Nominate Someone Fill out and submit this online form. For additional information or to request a paper nomination form, contact Race & Equity Coordinator Heidi Lee at HLee@EdinaMN.gov. (Section Break) Nominator's Contact Information First Name Dylan Last Name Hackbarth Occupation School Counselor Address 6754 Valley View Road City Edina State MN Zip Code 55439 Phone Number 9528483125 Email Address dylan.hackbarth@edinaschools.org (Section Break) Nominee Name of person or group being nominated. Shreya Konkimalla Address 5855 LONG BRAKE TRAIL City Edina State MN Zip Code 55439 Nominee Phone Number (952)300-5137 Contact Name, if different than above. Field not completed. Nominee Email Address ShreyaK21595@ISD273.ORG (Section Break) Supporting Information Please provide a description of why you believe this person or group deserves the Tom Oye Human Rights Award. You can type or paste directly into the text box below or use the Upload field to upload an existing document (this can be in a variety of file formats including .doc, .txt, .pdf, etc.). If you have any other information in support of your nomination, please provide necessary supporting documents by uploading those. Please include your name on uploaded materials if possible. Text Entry October 27, 2020 To Whom It May Concern: I have met some very impressive young people over the past seven years as a School Counselor – Shreya Konkimalla stands out as the most notable for her academic accomplishments, extra-curricular involvement and efforts to improve the human condition. The first time I met Shreya was when she was in 9th grade and showed up at my office door with a copy of her freshly published novel called Free Birds. I quickly connected her with our school media center coordinator, who organized an author talk in our school community. I attended the book talk and was immediately struck by this young woman’s poise when discussing her main character and the caste system in India in the 1700s. I was further tickled when I happened to hear Shreya do an interview on Minnesota Public Radio while driving home from work a few weeks later. In the subsequent years, I’ve observed Shreya navigate a rigorous curriculum and engrossing extra-curricular activities. She is an impressive young person who has the capacity to do extraordinary things her future – frankly, she has done many amazing thins already. She exemplifies the core tenets of the Tom Oye Human Rights Award and, I believe, will continue to work advancing human rights. Remember that book I mentioned, Free Birds? Shreya uses the proceeds from the book to pay school fees for several young people in India. A few years back, Shreya had the opportunity to travel to the country to meet some of the families that benefitted from her financial contribution. From what I understand of the experience – it sounds like a life-changing moment. Shreya and I were just talking this week about her deep commitment to educational equity around the world – no matter what she pursues in her life, she plans to maintain that core value. Shreya has given many public book talks over the years. Most impactful have been some of the speeches she has given in elementary schools around the Twin Cities. Shreya is a strong leader when it comes to standing up for others. She has a strong moral compass and is passionate about equity. Shreya’s writing, which I mentioned in my introductory paragraph lead to her being invited to join an organization called 100 Million, which was started by Nobel Laureate Kailash Satyarthi. The organization is focused on ensuring the safety and rights of children across the globe. She was invited to speak at their campaign launch at the United Nations General Assembly in 2019. I had the opportunity to watch Shreya in her activist role first-hand in the fall of 2019 – she was invited to sit on a United Nations youth advocacy panel. With her school priorities, Shreya elected to join the panel through Zoom. She approached me to see if I could help her find a wired connection somewhere in the school – I offered her my office. Beyond her advocacy efforts, Shreya is an accomplished musician, tutor, web developer, Model United Nations captain and DECA national qualifier. Just listing her accomplishments makes me tired – she may be a once-in-a- career type of a student. Academically, Shreya is talented in math and writing – though her entire academic record demonstrates rigor across curriculum. Shreya has taken among the most academically challenging course loads I’ve seen of my students at Edina High School. She is in the top of her very competitive senior class. Most impressive about Shreya is the way she can assess a challenge, set a tangible goal and work tirelessly to achieve. As an example, in her junior year, Shreya found herself challenged by her AP Chemistry class in a way she had never really experienced. She sought out the support of her instructor and ended up meeting with him weekly to get extra support. While the result wasn’t a perfect A (rather, she ended with an A-) she processed and grew from the experience. She knows how to ask for help authentically. I am so very excited to support Shreya through her final months of high school. Empathic, determined and creative – Shreya Konkimalla’s accomplishments these past few years transcend what is typically expected from a high school student. I believe that she will represent the Tom Oye Huma Rights Award perfectly. I recommend her with my greatest enthusiasm and standby the belief that I may not see a student like her again in my career. Upload Supporting Information Field not completed. Upload More Supplemental Materials Field not completed. Upload More Supplemental Materials Field not completed. What Happens Next The Human Rights & Relations Commission will review the nominations and make a decision in mid-November. The award will be handed out at a December City Council meeting. The commission may decline to make an award if, in its view, no nominee meets the criteria. Public Data Notice I have read and understand the Public Data Notice Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. EXTERNAL EMAIL ALERT: This email originated from outside the City of Edina. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Tom Oye Human Rights Award Nomination About the Tom Oye Human Rights Award The Edina Human Rights & Relations Commission honors a person or group annually with the Toy Oye Human Rights Award. This award honors the late Tom Oye and other members of the Edina community whose good works promote human relations and advance human rights. Nomination Criteria Nominees for this award will be evaluated based on their efforts to foster respect and dignity for others, model courage and/or compassion in the advancement of human rights, and demonstrate leadership by example for improving human relations and/or advancing human rights. The definition of human rights includes freedom from discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status or national origin. Nomination Deadline Nov. 9, 2020 How to Nominate Someone Fill out and submit this online form. For additional information or to request a paper nomination form, contact Race & Equity Coordinator Heidi Lee at HLee@EdinaMN.gov. (Section Break) Nominator's Contact Information First Name Becky Last Name Golden Occupation Educator Address 4105 Grimes Ave S City Edina State MN Zip Code 55424 Phone Number 617-413-0768 Email Address Beckygolden@gmail.com (Section Break) Nominee Name of person or group being nominated. Erin Zamoff Address 4126 W 45th Street City Edina State MN Zip Code 55424 Nominee Phone Number (952) 334-8313 Contact Name, if different than above. Field not completed. Nominee Email Address erin.zamoff@fairvotemn.org (Section Break) Supporting Information Please provide a description of why you believe this person or group deserves the Tom Oye Human Rights Award. You can type or paste directly into the text box below or use the Upload field to upload an existing document (this can be in a variety of file formats including .doc, .txt, .pdf, etc.). If you have any other information in support of your nomination, please provide necessary supporting documents by uploading those. Please include your name on uploaded materials if possible. Text Entry Erin is one of those people who, upon meeting her, you know instantly that she is one who leaves a lasting and meaningful impression, truly listens, and shares her entire heart with all of those she meets. She lives to make others lives easier and the world a better place. Prior to joining FairVote, Erin led the Minnesota Chapter of Moms Demand Action, the largest gun violence prevention organization in the country. In that role, Erin served as principal spokesperson and media contact, coordinated legislative strategy, and organized rallies and other large advocacy events. Her experiences navigating a polarized political landscape fuel her desire to repair partisan divisions and improve access to voting and accountability through elections - outcomes made possible by Ranked Choice Voting. Prior to her nonprofit leadership, Erin practiced law and provided training on employment laws and practices. A graduate of the University of Virginia School of Law, Erin is passionate about helping others find their voice to advocate for effective solutions, whether for an improved workplace, for a safer community or for a more effective democracy. Erin is a neighbor, a friend, an advocate for a safer, more fair and just world. Upload Supporting Information Field not completed. Upload More Supplemental Materials Field not completed. Upload More Supplemental Materials Field not completed. What Happens Next The Human Rights & Relations Commission will review the nominations and make a decision in mid-November. The award will be handed out at a December City Council meeting. The commission may decline to make an award if, in its view, no nominee meets the criteria. Public Data Notice I have read and understand the Public Data Notice Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. EXTERNAL EMAIL ALERT: This email originated from outside the City of Edina. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Tom Oye Human Rights Award Nomination About the Tom Oye Human Rights Award The Edina Human Rights & Relations Commission honors a person or group annually with the Toy Oye Human Rights Award. This award honors the late Tom Oye and other members of the Edina community whose good works promote human relations and advance human rights. Nomination Criteria Nominees for this award will be evaluated based on their efforts to foster respect and dignity for others, model courage and/or compassion in the advancement of human rights, and demonstrate leadership by example for improving human relations and/or advancing human rights. The definition of human rights includes freedom from discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status or national origin. Nomination Deadline Nov. 9, 2020 How to Nominate Someone Fill out and submit this online form. For additional information or to request a paper nomination form, contact Race & Equity Coordinator Heidi Lee at HLee@EdinaMN.gov. (Section Break) Nominator's Contact Information First Name Roseanne Last Name Cheng Occupation Writer Address 1582 South Los Altos Drive City Chandler State AZ Zip Code 85286 Phone Number 6502136181 Email Address teachablelit@gmail.com (Section Break) Nominee Name of person or group being nominated. Michelle Meek Address Unknown Street Address City Edina State mn Zip Code 55424 Nominee Phone Number 773-220-3120 Contact Name, if different than above. Field not completed. Nominee Email Address michelle@redpillchicago.com (Section Break) Supporting Information Please provide a description of why you believe this person or group deserves the Tom Oye Human Rights Award. You can type or paste directly into the text box below or use the Upload field to upload an existing document (this can be in a variety of file formats including .doc, .txt, .pdf, etc.). If you have any other information in support of your nomination, please provide necessary supporting documents by uploading those. Please include your name on uploaded materials if possible. Text Entry Hello, Michelle Meek is an amazing Edina resident who deserves to be nominated for this award! She has been a very active volunteer around the city and member of the Diversity and Equity Council in Edina. She is CONSTANTLY looking for ways to improve the city, whether it be through our public school programming or getting special guests to speak and add much- needed perspective to topics around race and inclusion. I'm sure I don't know the half of what Michelle has contributed to Edina as far as Human Rights go, and that is because she is the most humble person I know. There are many amazing people doing this work in Edina, surely people who have much larger megaphones and platforms. But Michelle is not one to take the spotlight. This is what is truly remarkable about her. She is quick to make sure she gives the spotlight to others, and it's time that the city recognizes all the work she does to elevate others and make our community better. I sincerely hope the commission will consider Michelle, who is such a quiet and deserving person. Edina is so lucky to have her! Upload Supporting Information Field not completed. Upload More Supplemental Materials Field not completed. Upload More Supplemental Materials Field not completed. What Happens Next The Human Rights & Relations Commission will review the nominations and make a decision in mid-November. The award will be handed out at a December City Council meeting. The commission may decline to make an award if, in its view, no nominee meets the criteria. Public Data Notice I have read and understand the Public Data Notice Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. EXTERNAL EMAIL ALERT: This email originated from outside the City of Edina. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Tom Oye Human Rights Award Nomination About the Tom Oye Human Rights Award The Edina Human Rights & Relations Commission honors a person or group annually with the Toy Oye Human Rights Award. This award honors the late Tom Oye and other members of the Edina community whose good works promote human relations and advance human rights. Nomination Criteria Nominees for this award will be evaluated based on their efforts to foster respect and dignity for others, model courage and/or compassion in the advancement of human rights, and demonstrate leadership by example for improving human relations and/or advancing human rights. The definition of human rights includes freedom from discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status or national origin. Nomination Deadline Nov. 9, 2020 How to Nominate Someone Fill out and submit this online form. For additional information or to request a paper nomination form, contact Race & Equity Coordinator Heidi Lee at HLee@EdinaMN.gov. (Section Break) Nominator's Contact Information First Name Feroza Last Name Mehta Occupation Writer Address 7021 SHANNON DRIVE City EDINA State MN Zip Code 55439 Phone Number 6129407143 Email Address ferozamaster@gmail.com (Section Break) Nominee Name of person or group being nominated. Sayali Amarapurkar and AshaUSA Address 5839 Long Brake Trail City EDINA State MN Zip Code 55439 Nominee Phone Number 651-210-6742 Contact Name, if different than above. Field not completed. Nominee Email Address emailsayali@gmail.com (Section Break) Supporting Information Please provide a description of why you believe this person or group deserves the Tom Oye Human Rights Award. You can type or paste directly into the text box below or use the Upload field to upload an existing document (this can be in a variety of file formats including .doc, .txt, .pdf, etc.). If you have any other information in support of your nomination, please provide necessary supporting documents by uploading those. Please include your name on uploaded materials if possible. Text Entry Dear Edina Human Rights & Relations Commission, I would like to nominate Sayali Jahagirdar and her Edina-based non-profit AshaUSA for the Tom Oye Human Rights Award. Sayali has lived in Edina for 20 years. She raised two boys here. Together with Kamala Puram (who used to live in Edina for about 15 years but moved to St Louis to be with her children), she created AshaUSA, an organization that helps people of South Asian descent navigate their lives in the United States. She strives to create cultural bridges between South Asians and others in the community. Recently, AshaUSA started working with Fortune 500 companies to help better integrate foreign workers into the workplace. But their most important work is mental health awareness in the Indian and South Asian community. There is a stigma around mental health that is so bad, many do not seek help. AshaUSA breaks down barriers to make sure those who need help, get help. They have a list of mental health practitioners in the Twin Cities who are either South Asian or know of the South Asian culture so clients can feel comfortable that they are seeing someone who recognizes their struggles. She also visits area schools to teach them about South Asian culture to combat racism and promote understanding. She is also Edina Public Schools South Asian liaison. This is an article I wrote about her for Edina Magazine: https://edinamag.com/these-edina-moms-are-fighting-stigma- mental-health-south-asian-community This is AshaUSA's website: https://www.ashausa.org/ I do hope you see how amazing Sayali is. She truly tries to promote cultural understanding, mental health awareness, and cultural harmony. Best, Feroza Mehta Upload Supporting Information Field not completed. Upload More Supplemental Materials Field not completed. Upload More Supplemental Materials Field not completed. What Happens Next The Human Rights & Relations Commission will review the nominations and make a decision in mid-November. The award will be handed out at a December City Council meeting. The commission may decline to make an award if, in its view, no nominee meets the criteria. Public Data Notice I have read and understand the Public Data Notice Email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser. Date: November 17, 2020 Agenda Item #: VI.C. To:Human Rights and Relations Commission Item Type: Report and Recommendation From:Heidi Lee, Race & Equity Coordinator Item Activity: Subject:2021 Human Rights & Relations Commission Work Plan Action, Discussion CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: Review and assign initiatives to HRRC members INTRODUCTION: ATTACHMENTS: Description 2021 Work Plan Commission: Human Rights and Relations Commission 2021 Annual Work Plan Initiative # 1 Initiative Type ☐☐☐☐ Project ☒☒☒☒ Ongoing / Annual ☒☒☒☒ Event Council Charge ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☒☒☒☒ 4 (Review & Decide) Initiative Title Coordinate Days of Remembrance Recognition Deliverable Event and/or Action Leads Target Completion Date April 2021 Budget Required: Funds are available. Staff Support Required: Staff Liaison, Staff Support, and Communications Liaison Comments: No changes. The Days of Remembrance Event has been growing every year as of 2019, there was almost 250 people who attended the event at City Hall. City Manager Comments: - No changes. - Charge: Review and Decide Progress Report: Initiative # 2 Initiative Type ☐☐☐☐ Project ☒☒☒☒ Ongoing / Annual ☐☐☐☐ Event Council Charge ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☒☒☒☒ 4 (Review & Decide) Initiative Title Tom Oye Award: Coordinate and select one recipient for the 2021 Tom Oye Award. Deliverable Planning and awarding of Tom Oye Award Leads Target Completion Date December 2021 Budget Required: Funds are available Staff Support Required: Staff Liaison, Staff Support, and Communications Liaison Comments: No changes. Staff Liaison asked the HRRC to consider frequency of award because of limited applications received. In 2019, two recipient categories were introduced: Student and Community Member. Four applications received, two for student and two community member nominations received. City Manager Comments: - No changes. - Charge: Review and Decide Progress Report: Initiative # 3 Initiative Type ☐☐☐☐ Project ☐☐☐☐ Ongoing / Annual ☒☒☒☒ Event Council Charge ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☒☒☒☒ 4 (Review & Decide) Initiative Title Coordinate “Sharing Values, Sharing Communities” event Deliverable Event and/or Action Leads Target Completion Date October 2021 Budget Required: Funds are available. Staff Support Required: Staff Liaison, Staff Support, and Communications Liaison Comments: No changes. City Manager Comments: Initiative #4 entails several components which could include events. - Remove and replace with initiative #4. Progress Report: Initiative # 4 Initiative Type ☐☐☐☐ Project ☐☐☐☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐☐☐☐ Event Council Charge ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☒☒☒☒ 4 (Review & Decide) Initiative Title Race, Justice, and Policing Community Awareness Plan & Implementation Deliverable Create and implement ways for community members to engage about race, justice and policing. Leads Target Completion Date: December 2021 Budget Required: Funds are available Staff Support Required: Staff Liaison, Staff Support, Communications and Technology Liaison Comments: Create and implement one action or event for 2021 to engage community members to engage about race, justice and policing. City Manager Comments: 2020 HRRC Work Plan Initiative is: "Lead Community Conversations about race, justice and policing in 2020 and make recommendations for next steps as part of the 2021 work plan process." - Change 2021 initiative to read: “Complete community conversations about Race, Justice, and Policing that began in 2020.” - Charge: Review and Decide Progress Report: Initiative # 5 Initiative Type ☐☐☐☐ Project ☒☒☒☒ Ongoing / Annual ☐☐☐☐ Event Council Charge ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☒☒☒☒ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐☐☐☐ 4 (Review & Decide) Initiative Title Bias Offense & Incident Response Plan Review and meet with police department representative quarterly for updates. Deliverable Review of response plan and providing recommendations to City Council. Leads Target Completion Date December 2021 Budget Required: Funds are available. Staff Support Required: Staff Liaison, Staff Support, and Communications Liaison Comments: No changes. City Manager Comments: Staff suggests we not make changes to the “Bias Offense Plan” this year but add the quarterly review with Police. - No changes. - Charge: Review and Recommend Progress Report: Initiative # 6 Initiative Type ☐☐☐☐ Project ☐☐☐☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐☐☐☐ Event Council Charge ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☒☒☒☒ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐☐☐☐ 4 (Review & Decide) Initiative Title Review and comment on a plan developed by P&R and R&E staff to identify barriers for participation and reach communities of color through different modes and feedback, determine how data would be used. With the HRRC (with the PARC) implement that plan to gather information. Deliverable Provide feedback Leads Target Completion Date December 2021 Budget Required: No budget required Staff Support Required: Staff Liaison and Staff Support Liaison Comments: No changes. City Manager Comments: This work plan item is also on the Parks and Recreation Commission’s 2021 work plan to also review and comment. - Change initiative to read: “Review and comment on staff proposed plan to identify barriers for participation and reach communities of color through different modes and feedback.” - Add deliverable: “Review and comment on plan.” - Charge: Review and Comment Progress Report: Date: November 17, 2020 Agenda Item #: VI.D. To:Human Rights and Relations Commission Item Type: Report and Recommendation From:Heidi Lee, Race & Equity Coordinator Item Activity: Subject:2021 Days of Remembrance Work Group Action CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: Approve the greenprint to establish a working group for the 2021 Days of Remembrance event. INTRODUCTION: As the Commission begins looking ahead to their 2021 Work Plan, members who will help plan the Days of Remembrance event for 2021 would like to establish the working group for the event.